Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Urges Residents to Review Coverage During Hurricane Season

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Urges Residents to Review Coverage During Hurricane Season

Louisiana Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple discusses lessons from Tropical Storm Arthur, reminding residents to review their insurance coverage before storms develop. He explains named storm deductibles, the importance of flood insurance, and how the Department of Insurance can help consumers with claims and coverage questions.

East Baton Rouge Library Millage Renewal Heads to Voters with Focus on Financial Stability

Mary Stein discusses the East Baton Rouge Parish library millage renewal, emphasizing that it is a continuation of an existing tax, not a new one. She explains how the library's pay-as-you-go funding model has saved taxpayers millions in interest, outlines projects the renewal would support, and reminds all parish voters they are eligible to vote on the measure.

GI Bill Expansion Proposal Raises Concerns Over Online Training and Veteran Benefits

Marine Corps veteran Will Hubbard discusses concerns about the proposed Take Care of America's Veterans Act, arguing that while the bill includes positive reforms, it could weaken GI Bill protections. He warns against expanding fully online trade training, increasing housing allowances without addressing regional costs, and failing to protect veterans from predatory schools that can exhaust their earned education benefits.

NeuroJust on Summer Stress, Functional Depression, and TMS Therapy

Jordan Generous of NeuroJust says summer is a key time to address mental health before fall schedules return. He encourages early evaluation for anxiety and depression, especially for parents, teachers, and students. The conversation highlights transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for depression. Generous explains that TMS targets brain activity linked to mood regulation and differs from medication-based approaches and electroconvulsive therapy. He also discusses “functional depression,” where people continue daily responsibilities but struggle with anxiety, stress, and fatigue. Many high-functioning individuals overlook symptoms until burnout occurs. Generous says TMS can improve clarity, reduce anxiety, and help patients feel more present in daily life.

Louisiana Lawmakers Back Carbon Capture and Energy Policies to Boost Jobs and Investment

Louisiana lawmakers closed the session by advancing energy-focused policies aimed at boosting investment, strengthening infrastructure, and supporting long-term economic growth in Louisiana. A key measure, the Louisiana Energy Protection Act, is intended to provide legal certainty for energy companies by limiting certain climate-related lawsuits, which supporters say could encourage major long-term projects. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) also remained central to the debate, with advocates highlighting the state’s experience, workforce, and geology as advantages for expansion of the technology. Proponents argue CCS could help industry stay competitive while supporting jobs and domestic energy production. Supporters say these policies are especially important as Louisiana competes with states like Texas for large-scale industrial investment. Overall, industry leaders expect continued debate but see stable policy as key to attracting future energy projects.